Sea Training Sussex provides all aspects of boat tuition, for the beginner who just wants help to enjoy their first time afloat, to the experienced for additional training.

The Training: Based at Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, STS is an RYA powerboat training school dedicated to providing the highest possible standard of tuition at competitive prices. Popular courses include RYA Powerboat level 1 &2, ICC, CEVNI and own boat tuition, DSC radio, Radar, Diesel engine course and first aid. Bespoke training and taster days are also popular.

Our location is ideal for all skill levels of power boaters ranging from the novice beginner to the experienced boat owner, with pontoons readily available for boat handling and close quarter maneuvering to the 24hr tidal locks which are ideal for enhancing your day to day skills required while operating in a marina environment, providing easy access to the sea for navigation and boat handling in open water.

With an onsite classroom our shore based courses offer a variety to suit all, from DSC radio to First Aid & Diesel Engine Courses we can cater for all your training requirements with shore based navigation courses also being available.


The Training Craft: Our teaching boats are a 6m Chinook RIB powered by a 115hp Suzuki engine and a 7.3m Arvor 230 Sportsfisher powered by a 150hp VW inboard engine. Having both planning and displacement craft enables us to tailor our training to suit a wide range of customers. Both vessels are equipped with high quality electronics and have a comprehensive inventory of safety equipment. Personal lifejackets and wet weather gear are provided.

Sister Company: STS and sister company Harwell Charters Ltd also provide skippered and bareboat hire of the RIB and sportsfisher, both of which are MCA coded. The Arvor in particular, is used extensively for fishing and bespoke training for anglers can be provided.

The Location: Sovereign Harbour Marina is situated between Pevensey Bay and Eastbourne. Shorebased training is provided on site and free parking is available. There are a wealth of shops and restaurants to enjoy before and after your training.